James Pickens Jr.

James Pickens Jr., born on October 26, 1954, is an American actor whose career is marked by his commanding presence in both television and film. He garnered widespread recognition for his role as Dr. Richard Webber in the long-running ABC drama Grey's Anatomy, a character defined by his steadfast leadership and surgical precision. Earlier in his career, Pickens also made a notable impact as Deputy Director Alvin Kersh in later seasons of The X-Files, adding depth to the series with his authoritative and enigmatic performance.